2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Viper weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | E-150 | Viper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 8400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 758 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
